Best Fishing Trip and an Incredible Captain! Captain Kieran gave us an amazing fishing trip from start to finish. We met him early in the morning, and he took us to several different spots all the way until noon. We caught a ton of fish and even hooked a shark at one location, which made the trip even more exciting. Throughout the trip, he was constantly giving us tips and tricks to help us actually catch fish, not just handing us a rod and hoping for the best. When we hooked the shark, we got to reel it in ourselves, and it put up an insane fight. Captain Kieran was right there the entire time, coaching us through it and telling us exactly what to do, which made the experience even more exciting and unforgettable. He even dropped us off for about an hour so we could go shelling, which made the day feel like even more of a full Florida experience. It was such a nice extra touch and made the trip even more memorable. He was incredibly knowledgeable and taught us so much about the different species we were catching and the area itself. You can tell he truly knows his craft and loves what he does. On top of that, he brought great energy the entire time and had such a positive, fun attitude that made the whole experience even better. We brought lunch from home for ourselves and for Captain Kieran, and getting to sit, eat, talk, and watch manatees during lunch was such a memorable part of the day. I honestly couldn't have asked for a better captain for this trip. Highly recommend Captain Kieran to anyone looking for a great fishing experience--we will absolutely be booking with him again! read more

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a 3 hour boat tour with Captain Thomas Schmidt, and it was nothing short of exceptional. Captain Schmidt's knowledge of wildlife is truly impressive. His insights into the local ecosystem added a fascinating layer to the journey, making it not just a boat trip but an educational and enriching experience. Captain Schmidt's boating expertise was evident from the start. His seamless navigation and command of the vessel created a sense of confidence and relaxation among my dad, sister, and I. Safety and comfort were clearly top priorities. The highlight of the trip was undoubtedly the dolphin experience. Captain Schmidt's skill in locating and engaging with these magnificent creatures showcased his deep understanding of their behavior. It was a magical encounter that left us all in awe. The dolphins followed us for about 3 miles playing in the waves the boat created. Captain Thomas Schmidt offers a 5-star service that combines unparalleled wildlife knowledge, expert boating skills, and unforgettable experiences with dolphins. If you're seeking an adventure led by a seasoned professional who is passionate about both marine life and creating memorable moments, Captain Schmidt is the one to choose. read more

We had our Dreamlander tour yesterday with Captain Will and what an amazing experience! He was extremely friendly and made us feel really welcome on board. My partner's son is afraid of the water & Will made us all feel safe and secure - he clearly knows the water and the boat. He was super informative; answering all of our questions in a knowledgeable way and when dolphins appeared (after only a couple of minutes) he knew exactly what to do to get them to play & within moments they were learning and diving in the wake of our boat. It was epic! He took us on a great tour of ten thousand Islands and stopped to show us rare fish. He was completely chill when we saw and 8ft shark, too! It was fantastic. One off the Bucket list & wow, what an experience. Totally unforgettable. Thanks, Will... it's an experience that we'll carry with us always. read more

Birthday Tour with Friends! We scheduled a 6 hour private boat tour for my birthday. Four women, a cooler of beer and no idea what we wanted to do. Our captain, Dakota, and first mate, Canty, gave us the best day of our vacation! They took us to the Isle of Capri for an amazing lunch at the Island Gypsy and made sure to get pictures of us there After that, they took us to a private little island where we met other happy vacationers and spend some time looking for shells. We stopped at 2 water bars and had some island drinks and finally spent time learning about dolphins and watching them play in the wake of our boat. It's is so much fun to watch the videos taken by Canty! The next day, we were emailed all of the photos taken during the tour. What a great memory! This is the only tour company for us! Thank you Dreamlander!! read more

What an amazing morning we spent today with Captain Dakotah! If you are looking for personable experience look no further - this is it! We are family of 4, kids are 5 and 11 and everyone had the best time! We saw a family of dolphins that put on a show for us and followed the boat for at least 15 minutes- it was just amazing! We then went to the island and the kids collected shells which they thoroughly enjoyed! Captain D took us around the islands and shared lots of interesting facts, he is very knowledgeable and it is obvious he loves this place. He was incredibly nice and accommodating. Honestly, this tour made our whole vacation a memorable one! Please look no further, go with these guys and you won't regret it! !!! Thank you for the great time and Happy New Year! read more

Just chartered a sunset cruise with Dreamlander Tours and it was the PERFECT tour for my wife and I to totally relax and enjoy the evening and sites of Marco Island. Christian was an EXCELLENT captain; very knowledgeable about Marco's history, the mangroves, dolphins, and manatees. He is very personable and a complete joy as our guide. What is GREAT about Dreamlander Tours is that YOU customize your tour for your family, whether that be catching the sunset, dolphin watching, shelling at one of the many deserted islands to collect shells and driftwood, or just enjoying being on the water and travelling through the mangroves. There is nothing like spending a relaxing day on the water, and nothing like Dreamlander Tours! I would DEFINITELY book with them again!! read more

We scheduled a 3 hour private tour and loved EVERY minute of it! We saw dolphins immediately - as soon as we got on the boat there were dolphins swimming nearby! Captain Will was great and didn't rush us through any part of the tour. He knew we were enjoying the dolphins and gave us plenty of time with them. He got them jumping behind the boat several times - at one point we had 4 dolphins riding behind the boat! The kids loved stopping at the Island and collecting shells and swimming in the warm gulf waters. We drove several hours for the tour and it was definitely worth the drive! Our family had a wonderful time and we'd love to come back and do it again! It was definitely one of the highlights of our vacation! Thank you Dreamlanders for a wonderful tour! read more

If you are looking for a first class private tour, Dreamlander is the way to go. Not only is Dakotah personable and a pleasant person to talk with, he went above and beyond to help my family of 5 with 3 young children have an unforgettable experience! He had dolphins jumping behind the boat, multiple manatee sightings, a great swing by the dome houses. We drove right past the busier "secluded" beaches where the other boats had stopped to let their passengers shell and instead found a genuinely secluded area for my kids to swim and shell. Above and beyond. We booked after reading other reviews, having no personal experience in the area and felt like we hit the jackpot! Book with Dakotah at Dreamlander. You will not be disappointed! read more

We had an awesome experience with Dream Lander Fishing Tour in Marco Island. Captain Tyler was outstanding, super knowledgeable, easygoing, and great with the whole group. He put us right on the fish, and we were catching consistently throughout the trip. The highlight was landing a huge stingray, which was an incredible experience and something we'll be talking about for a long time. Captain Tyler made it fun, kept things moving, and made sure everyone had a chance to get involved. If you're in Marco and thinking about a fishing trip, this is definitely the way to go. Great guide, great trip, and memories that stick with you. read more

This tour was exceptional and better than I could have imagined. Last week, during a girl's getaway, we were able to book this tour. We met captain Hector who was very knowledgeable and kind when taking us around the 10,000 Islands. The highlights were seeing dolphins, searching for seashells that are not easily found, and the peacefulness of it all. To top it off, we were advised of an excellent restaurant we should try by Hector. I truly enjoyed this tour and recommend it. Thank you Dreamlanders for adding so many new beautiful and unforgettable memories. Till next time. -Amy read more

Hands down one of the BEST experiences I've ever had!! I liked that it was small and intimate with only 6 people on the boat. The captain and his brother are new owners and they are both amazing and very knowledgeable about the area. We saw so many dolphins and the captain got them to play and jump up. We even saw a mama manatee and her baby on the tour this experience was refreshing. We saw the domes and enjoyed a ride through the 1000 islands. We did the 3 hour tour and it was worth every dime! They are truly amazing and would highly recommend to anyone. read more

Our fishing guide Kieran did an amazing job and was so well prepared for our fishing trip. He had plenty of bait, took us to a great fishing spot and we even saw a few dolphins. Between the 4 of us we caught 10 species and over 50 fish. We even caught 2 sharks! The boat was well maintained and very nice and comfortable. We went out for 3 hours from 2-5 which was the perfect time to be on the water. Will definitely book again and I would highly recommend this outfit, they are superior! read more

This is the 2nd time I have used them to take family out on a GREAT boat ride and tour. Dakotah has been our captain every time and he is AMAZING! He is really great with kids in your group and he ALWAYS finds dolphins to chase the boat. Dakotah is a plethora of history in the tour. Love that it is just our group of six on the boat so you can move around as you please. Don't come down this way without going on the boat tour and shelling with Dreamlander Tours and ask for Dakotah! read more

Our family went on a private tour of the 10,000 islands, and Dakota was our captain. We had an amazing time!!! The main things we wanted to see were wildlife and the dome houses at Cape Romano. We got to see plenty of dolphins playing (including a mama and baby!), stingray, and tons of different birds. Dakota made sure to take plenty of time for us to see the dome houses, and was super informative! Overall a great experience and we're hoping to book a shelling tour soon!!! read more

Took the 3 hour tour this morning. Captain John took great care of us and built a tour to accommodate everything we wanted to do. He ended it with 5 minutes of "waking" dolphins as they followed the boat most of the way back to Goodland. That was an amazing experience. Sima and I were very happy with the entire tour. Captain John did a fantastic job. Dreamlander tours is something I will recommend to others in the future. It was a special experience. Thank you. read more

Captain Kieran was fantastic! We had an awesome afternoon on our tour. With two energetic and overly excited boys, we weren't sure how things were going to go. Turns out, he handled the energy with ease - providing corrective feedback as needed to ensure safety, but also making sure everyone had a lot of fun. We saw dolphins, got in some fishing, and even found a sand dollar! I highly recommend the private tour. It was worth it to be able to go at our own pace. read more

I definitely recommend this tour !! We went on the 3hr dolphin & shelling Tour and had a great time. There were awesome shells on the island with ample time to relax and explore beautiful SWFL waters. There were several pods of dolphins that came to play in the wake of the boat. Captain Dakotah and Talia were so awesome -- The Goodland Boat Park is a nice meeting place with a small snack store and restrooms. Take a tour with Dreamlander !! read more

Great experience, Dreamlander 10,000 island dolphin tour was the highlight of our vacation to Marco Island. Captain Steve made the tour exciting, adventurous, fun and educational. We were able to see a lot of dolphin, manatees and Captain Steve was able to get a dolphin chase, swim and jump in the boats wake. Wish I could post the awesome video of the dolphin and manatees. Would give this a 10 star rating!!!! read more

What a wonderful afternoon we had with Christian as our tour guide! He was the perfect mixture of friendly, polite, knowledgeable, fun and went above and beyond to make our boat ride the very best! We enjoyed the beautiful scenery and he explained everything so well and answered our many questions! We had a wonderful time and highly recommend him to make a special time to always remember! Thank you! read more